Throughout history ; this
place served as a natural harbor and protected
the ships and sailors who escaped the storms.Nowadays,
place hosts tourists who enjoy resting at the foot of green mountains with six
beaches. Rifat ilgaz who is a famous
novel writer was born in Cide and settled there untill his death and written
unforgettable novels.

Places to visit in Cide

Black Sea coast is not as
rich as the Aegean and Mediterranean in terms of bays and beaches however there are many favorable bays suitable for resting and swimming along
the cide . On the way from Cide to Cayyak you can see many picnic areas and
resting places.

Kapisuyu Beach:

Driving from Amasra along
the coast will take you to Kurucasile district and signs from the district will
lead you to a natural wonderfull beach.

Gideros bay:

Located 15 km far from Cide have been used for
centuries as a natural shelter to be protected from vawes of Black sea. There
are a few fish restaurant and home pensions in the area. Gideros castle, located
in the edges of the land which lyes on east
and west '. A large part of the castle on the rock dating from the Roman Empire
is a great structure to see. Gideros will give you a chance to enjoy the
swimming in nature and history together.